Saturday, September 24, 2005

 

Americans Seek Refuge In Mexico



NUEVO LAREDO, Mexico. Sept. 23, 2005



Shelters In Short Supply

Hundreds of cars with U.S. plates wait at the Mexican customs office to get a temporary import permit for their vehicles in the border crossing of Nuevo Laredo, Mexico, Thursday, Sept. 22, 2005. (AP)



"This is like a scene from the 'The Day After Tomorrow.' It seems half of Houston is heading to Mexico."
David Gallegos
Houston Construction Worker



(AP) Mexico, coming to its powerful northern neighbor's aid for the second time this month, promised to set up shelters for those left homeless by Hurricane Rita and offered medical care, water and vehicle escorts to Mexican-Americans fleeing the storm.

http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2005/09/23/world/main881265.shtm

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